Electrical & Instrumentation Tech

Electrical

• Power Systems & Distribution

• Experience with AC and DC voltages: 161kV, 13.2kV, 4160V, 480V, 277V, 240/120V, 24V, and 12V.

• Main substation switching - 13.2kV to 480V distribution operations.

• Main yard switching and safe handling of high-voltage power equipment and switches 161kV to 13.8kV.

• Expertise with Siemens Allis 1600A and 3200A breakers, as well as fuse sizing and breaker sizing.

• Grounding, arc fault cleaning, and arc flash safety practices, including full competency in Arc Flash PPE up to 40Cal suits.

• Motor Systems & Starters

• Wiring and troubleshooting 480V starter buckets, 4160V synchronous motor starters, and general motor wiring.

• Proficiency in motor testing, motor sizing, and advanced fault troubleshooting.

• Skilled in motor starters - wye/delta starters, autotransformers, soft starts, part winding, vfd’s.

• Control Systems & Drives

• Control wiring installation, repair, and troubleshooting.

• Reading and interpreting wiring schematics.

• Proficiency in Siemens, Allen-Bradley (AB), and ABB variable frequency drives (VFDs).

• PLC wiring and troubleshooting, including communication protocols and communication troubleshooting.

• Competence in low voltage controls and advanced troubleshooting techniques.

• Testing & Reliability

• Circuit testing, conductive testing, and high-voltage testing.

• Overload and wire sizing calculations for safe system design.

• Infrared scanning for preventive maintenance.

• Skilled with diagnostic tools such as the Fluke II 900.

• Expertise in fault locating, failure root cause analysis, and serving as a failure investigations resource.

• Providing leadership in electrical reliability programs.

• Field Electrical Work

• Installation and maintenance of heat trace systems and lighting systems.

• HV and MV cable terminations.

• Conduit bending, wire pulling, and rigging for heavy electrical equipment.

• Working with generators and related switching equipment.

Instrumentation

• Transmitters & Measurement Devices

• Pressure, level, temperature, flow, pH, conductivity and dissolved oxygen (DO) transmitters.

• Proficiency in calibration, configuration, and troubleshooting.

• Valves & Actuators

• Analog valves and digital valves installation and tuning.

• Expertise in gas valves and control systems related to burner operations.

• Switches & Safety Devices

• Pressure, temperature, flow, level, limit, and explosion-proof switches.

• Advanced knowledge of safety interlocks and fail-safe systems.

• Actuation Systems

• Pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders, troubleshooting and integration into automated systems.

• Burner management systems commissioning, troubleshooting, and compliance.

• Instrumentation Reliability

• Preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure instrumentation integrity.

• Skilled in tubing bending and installing for process instrumentation.

Systems, Software & Analytical Tools

• Proficiency in SAP for maintenance management (CMMS) and PI Vision for process monitoring and data analysis.
  Integration of instrumentation with PLC and control systems for optimized plant performance.

Additional Competencies 

• Serve as an E&I Trainer, mentoring and developing junior technicians.

• Knowledge in both electrical and instrumentation reliability programs.

• Participate in failure investigations and provide technical expertise for root cause analysis.

• Strict adherence to safety regulations, with professional competence in arc flash protection, lockout/tagout, and hazard analysis.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience 

• 3+ years’ experience in industrial Electrical & Instrumentation 

• Advanced knowledge of high, medium, and low voltage systems.

• Proficiency with both electrical power distribution and process instrumentation systems in heavy industrial environments.

• Demonstrated success in troubleshooting complex issues, leading reliability initiatives, and training others.

• Strong analytical skills 

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 55 lbs without assistance

• Climb ladders (up to 15 ft) and multiple flights of stairs

• Stand for up to 1 hour without sitting

• Perform bending and twisting motions

• Work flexible schedules and respond to on-call needs

Work Environment

• Exposure to mechanical parts, vibration, airborne particles, and loud noise

• Work in both industrial and office settings

• Outdoor work in inclement weather, heat, humidity, and dust

• Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, etc.)

FES Duty of Care

Food Safety

• Ensure products meet food safety, legal, and quality standards

Environment

• Comply with environmental procedures and report violations or near misses

Health & Safety

• Follow site safety policies and participate in safety programs